{"product_id":"joysway-dragonforce-65-v8-df65-655mm-pnp-racing-sailboat","title":"Joysway DragonForce 65 V8 (DF65) 655mm PNP Racing Sailboat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJoysway DragonForce 65 V8 PNP Racing Sailboat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Joysway DragonForce 65 V8 (DF65) is a 655mm racing-class RC sailboat with a fully painted moulded ABS hull with Mylar racing sails. The V8 updates focus on improved build quality and reliability while maintaining the level-performance principles of the DF65 racing class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDragon Force 65 V8 racing-class RC sailboat, model 8815V8 (DF65V8).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully painted moulded ABS hull with finish and logo sticker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50-micron Mylar film racing sails with painted flow stripes and logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtruded carbon-fibre mast and boom tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtruded aluminium keel with zinc-alloy ballast bulb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal-geared digital rudder servo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2025 new digital DF Racing sailwinch servo for more accurate sail control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand with laydown function, made from moulded plastic and glass-fibre tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the restricted DF65 racing class, where boats race on a level performance basis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8815V8 (DF65V8)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTR version 8815V8 with transmitter and receiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlternative version\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eARTR version 8815V8A supplied without radio gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e650 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e116.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRig height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e915 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1338 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTR total weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200 g, batteries not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSail area, mainsail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1460 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSail area, jib\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e766 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSail area, overall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2226 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHull material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoulded ABS with painted finish and logo sticker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadio battery requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRTR version requires 4 × AA batteries for the transmitter and 4 × AA batteries for the receiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoat box dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91.2 × 30.4 × 11.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarton size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 × 32 × 93 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGross \/ net weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.7 \/ 10.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarton quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 pcs per carton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-foot container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e774 pcs \/ 258 cartons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40-foot container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1572 pcs \/ 524 cartons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully painted, moulded ABS hull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50-micron Mylar film racing sails with painted flow stripes and logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtruded carbon-fibre mast and boom tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtruded aluminium keel with zinc-alloy ballast bulb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal-geared digital rudder servo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2025 new digital DF Racing sailwinch servo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.4GHz Flysky i6 transmitter, RTR version 8815V8 only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.4GHz FS-iA6B receiver, RTR version 8815V8 only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay stand with laydown function, made from moulded plastic and glass-fibre tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × AA alkaline batteries for the transmitter and 4 × AA alkaline batteries for the receiver, not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDF65 V8 Updates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DF International Class Association (DFICA) and licensed builder Joysway Hobby International Ltd introduced the V8 changes from 1 February 2025 following feedback from DFICA members and consultation with the Joysway engineering team. The changes improve build quality and reliability without changing performance. All new parts are available to retrofit on previous versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital winch:\u003c\/strong\u003e A new digital winch replaces the current grey DF sail winch, providing more consistent performance and end-point accuracy. It fits the existing DF winch drums and has the same speed as the outgoing model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e A new mounting plate and slightly modified servo tray allow the switch to be fitted from the top of the tray. Previous versions required the tray to be removed to fit the switch from underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better-quality stainless steel helps reduce potential rust. Regular lubrication is still required for smooth operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTray attachment screws:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat-head screws replace countersunk-head screws to help prevent cracking around the screw head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJib boom rear plug and DF65 clew hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e The boom rear plug now includes an external hole for attaching the jib topping lift, and a thicker wire is used for the DF65 clew hook for additional strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDF65 jib tack hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e A thicker wire is used for additional strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMainsheet bridle plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plate attaching to the keel bolt and holding the bridle ring forward has been strengthened by increasing its thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudder servo arm:\u003c\/strong\u003e The existing servo arm has been replaced by a stronger nylon version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMast deck sliding plate, bolt and nut:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sliding plate has been slightly increased in size to eliminate excess movement, and the bolt and nut have been replaced with 316 stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJib forestay wire:\u003c\/strong\u003e A better-quality stainless-steel forestay is supplied and shortened to allow a greater range of adjustment of the forestay bowsie.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJib luff sail eyelets:\u003c\/strong\u003e The eyelets have been moved closer to the jib tack for a smoother sail shape. Thinner copper clamps replace the previous parts to help prevent slippage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinch tension line elastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaced with a better-quality product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire luff rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shape has been improved for more secure fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMast joiner, mast stub and collar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tube diameters have been increased slightly for a better fit in the mast tube, with more consistent collar positioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeck hatch cover patch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redesigned to allow visibility into the tray, with a larger battery hatch cover supplied for the DF65.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSail corner reinforcement patches:\u003c\/strong\u003e A second layer of patch material has been added for increased corner stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal rudder arm:\u003c\/strong\u003e The clevis hole has been reduced slightly for a tighter fit and less movement in the linkages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information about the DF65 racing class, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dfracing.world\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edfracing.world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Joysway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48666075463849,"sku":"JW-8815-PNP","price":579.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0533\/7513\/files\/2-1e01_5a5110e6-c05a-44c5-81ad-7ac7f920a41a.webp?v=1789622975","url":"https:\/\/techtonichobbies.com.au\/products\/joysway-dragonforce-65-v8-df65-655mm-pnp-racing-sailboat","provider":"Techtonic Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}